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do not need to keep them off school once they have been treated, but please let the front
office know so that we can be aware of the problem.

Safeguarding

The Headteacher is the named Designated Safeguarding Lead who has direct oversight of
individual pupil concerns. Safeguarding is the responsibility of EVERYONE within the
school community. If you have concerns about a child you can speak to a Designated
Safeguarding Officer and remain anonymous, but it is the responsibility of the Officer to
pass your concerns on.

Designated Deputy Deputy Deputy
Safeguarding Lead
Safeguarding Lead Safeguarding Lead Designated Lead
Mrs Helen
Tomlinson Mrs H Shaw Miss K Crowley Mr A Esson

Child Protection

Schools have a duty to inform Children Services if a child is thought to be at risk. There is
a set procedure for dealing with cases of suspected child abuse. The school has no choice
in this matter. Any suspected cases must be reported to Children Services.

We are keen to promote safety in all school areas, e.g.

o Risk assessments for all off-site visits and activities
o Site Manager regularly carries out health and safety checks
o Curriculum planning (PSHE)
o Mentors and play leaders oversee lunchtime play activities
o Lunchtime staff and teaching assistants have received training using

techniques of Emotional Intelligence to defuse situations and address
instances of poor behaviour
o Anti-bullying focus week
o Behaviour Policy, which is shared with pupils and followed by everyone

Equal Opportunities We are strongly committed to ensuring that each child has access to
the opportunities offered within the school. Our commitment is supported by the Local
Authority policy on equal opportunities.

Race Equality In line with Government guidelines 2002, the school does not discriminate
against anyone be they staff or pupils on the grounds of their sex, colour, religion and
nationality, ethnic or national origins. We challenge prejudice or stereotyping whenever
this occurs. We celebrate the diversity of our community and show respect for all.

The school fully seeks to develop the abilities of every child. As well as developing
children intellectually, full attention is given to moral, physical and social development.
Children are given the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed

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